Deputy Director, Project Development,BMPO

4 days ago


Queenstown, New Zealand Agency for Science, Technology and Research Full time

Purpose of Job

This position is responsible for the planning and development of facilities/asset management strategy in support of the workspace (research and office) needs. Central to it is to formulate project requirements, including but not limited for infrastructure renewals, outfitting and new acquisitions, with a focus in laboratory environment. Expected to bring along a strong knowledge of market practice and financial modelling, build strategies and high engagements with stakeholders and users to co-develop a workplace which is financially and environmentally sustainable.

Key Accountabilities:

  1. Strategic Planning: Develop long-term space plans and utilization strategies for portfolio of A*STAR’s space, considering factors such as research needs and future growth projections.
  2. Project Management: Responsible for the facilitation of projects from planning to delivery by ensuring accurate preparation and execution of all project activities in accordance to the A*STAR long-term space plans and ensure excellent financial, quality and schedule outcomes. Lead the consolidation and harmonization of the different space users’ requirements and conduct technical feasibility analysis for all space projects to facilitate decision making. Support the overall budget request process and required procurement process. Manage the construction project to ensure the projects achieve the defined scope, quality, budget, safety and time objectives. Responsible to consolidate and validate all actual design specifications with the planning team and equipment manuals with the FM team as part of handover. Provide support to the FM team at the initial stage of operations and DLP.
  3. Compliance and Regulations: Ensure that all space planning initiatives comply with building codes, regulations, and industry standards across different locations. Conduct detailed assessments of multiple sites owned by A*STAR, understanding the layout, structural nuances, and potential for optimization across various locations.
  4. Stakeholder Management & Implementation: Collaborate with facility team, and stakeholders/users at each site to understand specific needs, align on objectives, and ensure smooth implementation of space plans. Develop and maintain good working relationships with operations team, internal and external stakeholders, consultants, and contractors.
  5. Value-engineering: Identify opportunities to introduce new technologies to increase equipment efficiencies aiming to reduce initial investments or maintenance costs while balancing future design requirements and ensuring that space planning initiatives align with budgetary considerations.
  6. Performance Evaluation: Track and evaluate the performance of implemented space plans, gathering feedback, and continuously improve space utilization while meeting research needs.

Job Requirements:

  • Possess at least 10 years of relevant experience in either construction management or/and asset portfolio management related fields.
  • Background in Mechanical Engineering, or experience in managing R&D space planning would be advantageous.
  • Knowledge of construction methods and technologies and ability to interpret technical drawings and contracts.
  • Knowledge of local building codes and construction processes.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Able to work under pressure and adapt to changes within a fast-paced environment.
  • A self-driven and meticulous individual who has the strong ability to multi-task.
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